Nurse - RN

Registered Nurse (RN) We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services, providing care across the nation and impacting more than 35,000 patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works. As an RN, you will deliver quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact, ensuring medical needs are met. You will monitor and coordinate nursing and medical care in the absence of the Director of Nursing. Benefits Shift differential for nights and weekends 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off) 401(k) with company match Company‑sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and accident insurance Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University Requirements Registered Nurse in the state of employment Prior experience with chemical addiction and/or mental health disease including psychopharmacology CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification Minimum of one (1) year experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health field Ability to triage in an emergency and assist in medical emergencies Experience applying infection prevention and control practices in a substance use or residential treatment setting Preferred Qualifications Three (3) years of experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psychopharmacotherapy Responsibilities Screen and assess each patient for co‑existing medical problems to assess risk factors affecting appropriate placement for treatment Administer medication/treatments as ordered in accordance with state and federal regulations Ensure adequate recording of medication administration transactions Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is followed Facilitate and educate patients in group processes to include chemical dependency issues, infectious disease, medical, and mental health issues Administer, interpret, and keep accurate documentation of Mantoux test for teammates Assess patient response to treatments and medications, interactions, and effectiveness Document and summarize individual nursing care for each patient and communicate changes, progress, and/or immediate medical care needs to the provider for follow‑up consultation Order medical supplies, maintain a proper inventory and record of use as per regulations Maintain all medical records, including individual charts, daily medication charts, dosage records, progress notes, doctor’s orders, etc., as required Make appointments for patients to see physician; obtain lab workups and check with patients that appointments are kept Consult patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment Discuss important changes in treatment or noted patterns of behavior with physician and team Provide referral for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites) and follow‑up on patients’ attendance and treatment Assist in organizing transfers of patients to and from different levels of care Assist in training teammates in medical conditions, responses, and patient care Maintain continuing education credits as required by the Board of Nursing Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required May assist the doctor during physical examinations Keep medication room clean and orderly; maintain medical equipment Other duties as assigned Pinnacle Treatment Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate business considerations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), parental leave, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, non‑merit based factors or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has or is perceived as having those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having those characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr